Rio Trampas Fishing
Apache Trout • Brown Trout • Cutthroat Trout and 1 more species
The Rio Trampas Fishing area in New Mexico is a great spot for fly fishing enthusiasts. The area is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat trout.
Aside from fishing, visitors can also enjoy hiking and camping in the nearby Carson National Forest.
For the best fishing experience, it's recommended to use dry flies and nymphs, and to focus on the riffles and pools of the Rio Trampas.
The best time to visit is in the spring and fall, with average temperatures ranging from 50-70°F. During the summer, the area can get quite hot and crowded.
Overall, the Rio Trampas Fishing area offers a great opportunity for anglers to catch a variety of trout species while enjoying the beautiful New Mexico scenery.
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Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Brown Trout
The brown trout is one of the world’s most widely distributed and highly esteemed freshwater fish.
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.
Rainbow Trout
The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.
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Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
---|---|
Tesuque Creek Above Diversions Near Santa Fe | 1 cfs / 4.98 ft |
Rito De Los Frijoles In Bandelier Nat Mon | 1 cfs / 1.59 ft |
Santa Fe R Abv Mcclure Res (8 Ft) | 1 cfs / 0.45 ft |
Gallinas Creek Near Montezuma | 11 cfs / 1.03 ft |
Rio Mora Near Terrero | 26 cfs / 0.83 ft |
Santa Fe River Near Santa Fe | 6 cfs / 1.63 ft |
Pecos River Near Pecos | 26 cfs / 2.31 ft |